PrimaryData as of May 2026

Melbourne Junior School

Packhorse Road, Melbourne, Derby, DE73 8JE

Community school

Pupils

235

Ages

7-11

FSM

16.6%

Capacity

280

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2015

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

85.0%

Writing

85.0%

Maths

83.0%

RWM Combined

78.0%

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About Melbourne Junior School

Melbourne Junior School is a primary school in Derby, Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 78% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 235 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Packhorse Road, Derby, DE73 8JE | More schools in Derbyshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Melbourne Junior School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jul 2024 — School remains Good
Jun 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Melbourne Junior School

What is Melbourne Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Melbourne Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What are Melbourne Junior School's latest exam results?

Melbourne Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 78% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Melbourne Junior School located?

Melbourne Junior School is a primary school in Derby, Derbyshire (DE73 8JE).

How many pupils attend Melbourne Junior School?

Melbourne Junior School has around 235 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Melbourne Junior School with other schools?

View Melbourne Junior School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Derbyshire.